What are the responsibilities and job description for the Plaintiff Workers Compensation Attorney position at Stealth Law Firm?
Title: Workers' Compensation Attorney (Plaintiff/ Applicant side)
Location: Bronx, NY
About the firm:
We are a thriving New York-based law firm (40 Attorneys, 3 offices). We are a plaintiff-focused law firm representing clients in personal injury, no-fault, and workers’ compensation cases
Our firm maintains a strong reputation for delivering sophisticated legal services across multiple practice areas, and joining our firm will provide candidates with real-world litigation experience.
Day-to-Day Responsibility:
- Manage a caseload of workers' compensation claims from intake through resolution
- Represent clients at hearings, depositions, and proceedings before the Workers' Compensation Board
- Draft and review legal documents, motions, briefs, and correspondence
- Conduct legal research and stay current on New York workers' compensation law and regulations
- Communicate regularly with clients, medical providers, and insurance carriers
- Negotiate settlements and advocate for maximum client benefits
Qualification:
- Juris Doctor (JD) degree from an accredited law school
- Active admission to the New York State Bar
- 4 years of prior experience in workers' compensation or related practice area required
- Strong litigation, negotiation, and courtroom advocacy skills
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Spanish proficiency is preferred
Salary and Other Compensation:
The annual salary for this position is between $180,000 – $270,000 annually. Factors which may affect pay within this range include geography/market, skills, education, experience, and other qualifications of the successful candidate.
Benefits:
The Company offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements:
- 401 (K)
- Medical insurance
- Dental insurance
- Vision insurance
- Paid time off
- Paid vacation time
- Paid parental leave
Salary : $180,000 - $270,000